The Ultimate San Francisco Quiz

Among the many great vacation spots on the West Coast of the United States is the lovely city of San Francisco. Surrounded by water, and built on a series of hills, San Francisco enjoys unique weather and breathtaking vistas. Add to that world-class restaurants, museums, the country's only mobile landmark, and even a famous prison, and you have a city like no other. Take our quiz to learn more about the beautiful city of San Francisco.

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Question 1 of 20

Approximately how many people visit San Francisco each year?

8 million

16 million

Nearly 16 million people make their way to San Francisco each year, making it one of the most popular vacation cities in the U.S.

24 million

Question 2 of 20

How large is San Francisco?

14 square miles

25 square miles

47 square miles

The actual city of San Francisco extends about 47 square miles (122 square kilometers).

Question 3 of 20

How many hills make up the San Francisco landscape?

31

43

The city of San Francisco was built over an area with 43 hills, which makes driving around the city a bit of a challenge.

61

Question 4 of 20

One end of which of these famous bridges is located in San Francisco?

Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate is where the San Francisco Bay meets the Pacific Ocean. Crossing this opening is the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge.

Brooklyn Bridge

London Bridge

Question 5 of 20

How high are San Francisco's Twin Peaks?

300 feet above sea level

600 feet above sea level

900 feet above sea level

The highest hills in San Francisco, Twin Peaks, are 900 feet (274 meters) above sea level; from atop these hill you can enjoy a magnificent view of the city.

Question 6 of 20

When does summer occur in San Francisco?

December to February

early July to mid-September

late August to late October

We often think of summer as starting when school lets out, but in San Francisco it's quite cool in July. If you want to enjoy the summer weather, visit between late August and late October.

Question 7 of 20

Which of these is the main airport for the San Francisco area?

Mineta San Jose International Airport

Oakland International Airport

San Francisco International Airport.

There are three airports in the area, but the main one is San Francisco International Airport. Even Mineta San Jose, however, is only an hour away.

Question 8 of 20

About how much will a cab from San Francisco International to the heart of the city cost you?

$15 to $20

$40 to $50

If you want to get from San Francisco International Airport to the heart of the city by cab, expect to pay between $40 and $50.

85 to $100

Question 9 of 20

The subway system in the San Francisco area is known as what?

Bay Area Transit System (BART)

The Bay Area Transit System (BART) is the easiest way to get into the city from San Francisco International Airport.

California Transit System (CaRT)

Direct Access Transit System (DART)

Question 10 of 20

How much does a BART ride cost?

$1.40 to $7

The cost of a BART ride is based on starting and ending points, but the range is rather affordable -- from $1.40 to $7.

$4 to $12

$8 to $15

Question 11 of 20

The form of transportation most closely associated with San Francisco is what?

automobile

cable car

San Francisco is famous for its cable cars -- they are a national landmark.

skate board

Question 12 of 20

How much does it cost to ride a San Francisco cable car?

The cable cars are free because they are a national landmark.

The cable cars cost $1 per ride.

The cable cars cost $5 per ride.

The cable cars of San Francisco may be a national landmark, but they cost five dollars per ride! There are several types of passes available, in case you want to ride the cable cars often.

Question 13 of 20

Why do you need to plan trips that involve crossing the bay bridge?

The Bay Bridge has very expensive tolls.

The Bay Bridge is under construction.

The Bay Bridge is currently under construction, which means you might not be able to cross it when you'd like. Check the official Web site to find out whether the bridge is open.

The Bay Bridge requires users to have a membership.

Question 14 of 20

When are the Chinese New Year festivities held in San Francisco?

December

January

February

In early February a parade makes its way through China Town in celebration of the Chinese New Year; it's one of the highlights of San Francisco's calendar.

Question 15 of 20

What is the name of the area in San Francisco where the Cherry Blossom Festival is held?

China Town

Japan Town

The annual Cherry Blossom Festival is held in an area of San Francisco known, appropriately enough, as Japan Town.

Korea Town

Question 16 of 20

What is the name of San Francisco's football team?

The California Rushers

The San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers were named after the pioneers who came to California in 1849 searching for gold.

The West Coast Offense

Question 17 of 20

Which famous former prison is located on an island in the San Francisco Bay?

Folsom

San Quentin

Alcatraz

The prison at Alcatraz Island, often referred to as The Rock, is one of the most popular tourist stops in the area.

Question 18 of 20

How large is Golden Gate Park?

100 acres

1,000 acres

At just over 1,000 acres, Golden Gate Park is one of the largest parks in any major city.

10,000 acres

Question 19 of 20

Presidio Golf Course was renovated by which of these famous golfers?

Arnold Palmer

Presidio Golf Course is one of many world-class golf courses designed or renovated by the legendary Arnold Palmer.

Jack Nicklaus

Tiger Woods

Question 20 of 20

San Francisco is often referred to by which of these nicknames?

The Windy City

The City by the Bay

Located on the San Francisco Bay, the city is often called "The City by the Bay."